2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dakota | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
